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Faith Quote by Richard Dawkins

“But how can there be a perversion of faith, if faith, lacking objective justification, doesn't have any demonstrable standard to pervert.” quote by Richard Dawkins
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““But how can there be a perversion of faith, if faith, lacking objective justification, doesn't have any demonstrable standard to pervert.””

Richard Dawkins

About This Quote

Source Book: The God Del God, 2006

Faith lacking objective proof cannot be measured, so it cannot be perverted.

In simple terms: Unproven faith lacks standards.

Key Takeaway

Seek evidence for belief.

Themes

faith epistemology logic

Mood

thoughtful critical

Type

philosophical debate

When to use this quote

  • religious debate
  • scientific discourse
  • personal belief systems
  • education

Key Concepts

philosophy skepticism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you define justified belief?
  • Can faith be meaningful without proof?
A Different Perspective

Faith can provide meaning beyond empirical proof.

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